Flying via PAL Mabuhay Business Class

Yesterday, upon my return to Manila, I experienced the big difference of flying Philippine Airlines’ Mabuhay Business Class compared to Economy/Fiesta class.

My plane ticket has been bought using PAL’s Mabuhay Miles redemption program and costs 5000 points. Actually I did not know that I was flying business class until my mother told me that it is. At the airport, you still go through the same procedure of checking-in, getting frisked every time you pass by a x-ray machine, and you get the same waiting area for the plane. However, you can avail of a lounge that is available for business / priority class only. I regret that I did not get to it in time because when I discovered it (yes I did not know also), it was just a few minutes before boarding. I managed to use the internet for a limited time (played ikariam) before I boarded the plane.

While on the plane, I was surprised that the stewardess knew our last names. It makes you feel that you are not just another face in the crowd (ears clapping). I also got a good meal which is a

For technicalities, here are what I have observed as the differences:

Bigger Luggage limit – Normally you only get 20kg, but Business class gets 30kg!

Separate baggage claim area – Our baggage was not mixed with economy/fiesta class but we had our own. This ensured that we get our baggage faster and much easier than the rest.

Bigger seats – The plain usually has three seats per side but for business class, they only have two but using the space of three. Now you can calculate the space you gain.

Better meals – Really , normally you get some crackers and peanuts, but I got a half peach, and some noodles.

Personalized stewardess – there is a stewardess that attends to just six (6) of you only. On our flight, we were only three

Special lounge for Business class only – this I missed to abuse. they have free food and free net access there.

It was really a nice experience. It is just more expensive but you are just buying your luxury lol.